Artak1996 Artak - The Relentless Strategist
Embarking on a chess journey that began in 2013, Artak1996 Artak has carved a reputation as a dedicated and resourceful player in the chaotic realms of Blitz, Rapid, and Bullet chess. With a peak Blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2431 in 2020, Artak lights up the online chessboards with a mixture of calculated strategy and swift tactics.
Known for his love of the King's Fianchetto Opening, which he employs in over 25,000 Blitz games boasting a stellar win rate above 57%, Artak combines classical ideas with modern aggression. He also dabbles in defenses and variations like Owen's Defense and the English Opening, showing a well-rounded opening repertoire that keeps opponents guessing.
Artak’s playstyle is a blend of endurance and cunning. Averaging around 75 moves per game regardless of outcome, this player is in it for the long haul—possibly enjoying the mental marathon more than the quick sprints. Endgames are a playground for him, occurring in over 81% of his games, where his tactical awareness shines through with an incredible 89.79% comeback rate. On losing a piece, don’t count him out—Artak has a perfect win rate (yes, a flawless 100%) after such setbacks. Opponents beware: resilience is Artak’s middle name.
With a tilted factor as low as 14, Artak somehow manages to keep calm amid the storm, and his early resignation rate is a humble 1.14%, proving that surrender is not in his dictionary. The transition in recent years shows a dip in rating to around 1700s in Blitz by 2024-25, but that merely indicates possibly more daring battles and experimentation— after all, even the best warriors have their seasons.
Psychologically resilient and strategically versatile, Artak thrives from midday till late evening, with a winning edge during prime chess hours. When playing, he upholds a slight advantage as White, with a 56%+ success rate, and carries the fight well even on Black. His opponents are played with style, and many have been met repeatedly, showing loyalty to the battles they share on the checkered battlefield.
In the world of blitzkrieg on 64 squares, where seconds count and daring triumphs, Artak is not just a player; he’s a chess adventurer, steadily climbing the ranks one move at a time—with the spirit of a warrior and the subtlety of a chess poet.